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First, what to wear? Perhaps blazer, club tie, and stout brown walking shoes. Definitely not a suit. The week-long update course is, shall we say, not aimed primarily at hospital doctors.

When I get there, there are no suits and precious few blazers, but lots of pullovers and a truly impressive range of sensible, comfortable footwear. And everyone seems very relaxed, even at the ritual initiation of coffee and registration.